RENAL BIOPSIES
05/19/2021
INDICATIONS:
For detection of disease in renal tissue biopsies.
SPECIMEN:
At least two, and preferably three biopsies, each having representative portions of cortex and medulla, should be submitted. The biopsies should be sent STAT to the laboratory with an accompanying copy of the patient’s clinical history. Either core or wedge segments can be submitted. Call courier dispatch at 205-591-7999 for a STAT pick-up.
SUPPLIES:
1. Specimen Requisition
2. Specimen Bag with a biohazard label
3. Saline-moistened gauze
COLLECTION:
• Renal biopsies should be sent fresh on saline-moistened gauze.
• Label specimen container with patient name, specimen type and location.
• Submit all patient information following the procedure for “Completing a Surgical Requisition”.
• Renal biopsies are sent to the University of Alabama in Birmingham for electron microscopy evaluation.
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